Does anybody knows whats the difference between this lens and the new version?
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I would go to the website and see what info you can find there. They may have both lenses there. You can also try to go to a photo review site such as Ken Rockwell to see what they have to say.
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I would look to see if it says "IS" -IS stands for image stabilizer and often, the cheaper lens doesn't have this feature. Also the "II" should be an indicator of how new it is. The older models didn't have the "II" in the name.
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Very strange, but they have the same lens listed twice! I was wondering this too..but they're the same lens. Sorry for the late response!
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The contempporary version of sigma 17-70 has an upgraded array of optics, and is lighter compared to the initial version of Sigma´s 17-70, and more compatible with newer camera models ie canon60D. This is the reason beneath the price difference. I am quite happy with my choice. Lens performance is great, image sharpness is outstanding!
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Hi Chris,Is this lens new or used? Because as of today it's malfunctioning while zooming in-out
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The new lens is smaller and lighter, performs just as well and is (or was) slightly less expensive. The downside is that is a tad slower at the long end --6.3 v. 5.6. Some say it doesn't take as sharp of pictures. I don't agree and the trade off for how much small and lighter it is, is well worth it to me. It is even lighter than my older 18-200VR. For a everyday lens that can take photos between 18 - 300, It is ideal for me. If I need sharper, I'll use a dedicated lens for that shot!
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Yes, this is the new model. At bh photo, it mentions that the other model is discontinued. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?atclk=Lens+Mount_Canon+EOS&sts;=ma&N;=4108103567&Ntt;=sigma+18-250
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I bought it brand new but I got rid of it already and bought the Sigma 17-50mm f2.8 OS. Much better lens! Super sharp all through out the zoom range.
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The version II lens is smaller, has significantly better image quality IMO, takes a 46mm filter instead of a 52mm filter, and when you zoom it in and out, it only extends about 1/4". IMO it is a much better lens than the original version. The "kit" version of the v.II lens that comes with Panasonic cameras has a plastic lens mount, but I would still take it over the original 14-42mm lens without a second thought.
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This lens is newer, lighter, and smaller than the other one but has a 1/3 stop difference at maximum aperture. (f/3.5-6.3 vs. f/3.5-5.6) The more expensive one also comes with a lens hood and case, and has a focus distance indicator. This one doesn't come with any of them but you can always buy a lens hood and case separately. There are other technical differences but these are the differences most people are concerned with.
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The non-macro version is the older model of this lens and uses 72mm filters. The macro version is the new and improved version, uses 62mm filters and is manufactured somewhat differently. I believe the new macro version is supposed to be a bit smaller overall and lighter than the older version.
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The newer lens is cheaper and lighter than the original Nikon lens. The new lens does also has a slight difference in f-stop but it has not been an issue for me. I have been very pleased with the new version of the lens so far. My only disappointment was that Nikon chose not to include a lens hood or case. All of my previous Nikon lens came with them so it was a surprise when I received the package.
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Jamie, I had the same question. Truth be told I don't have the Canon version. I am interning this summer with one of the nation's best commercial photographers and I asked him. He told me that the Canon lens is built a little better but he has both and he uses both. He told me I wouldn't be disappointed in this lens and I haven't been.
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Basically it's the same lens, the difference is that the cheapest deal is from a camera and lens set, comes in a box that is not the original but the lens is new, they are identical!
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I do not know which other lens you are talking about. My guess is it has the same specs as this one also by Canon. They are versions of the same lens. The one whose page you are on is newer. The old one has a 67 mm diameter the new one 72 mm. New one has updated focal elements but it's roughly the same.
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The real difference is the image stabilization (IS). The quality of the two lenses is very good so you just have to be really really steady or use a stand to work without the IS. Hope this helps
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The newer version with the C is the contemporary line of lens, sigma also came out with a art line. Basically it's much better then all of sigma previous lenses and some of the art line can even beat Canon's L glass at a fraction of cost. Quality control is also better so less bad apples make it pass inspection. Just read the reviews, you can't go wrong with a lens from the contemporary or art line.